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Traveling with a Dog: Multi-Use Guide
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items Going somewhere with your dog(s)? Traveling with a fur baby takes a little extra planning. Here are some supplies, places to stay, and things to do that we recommend. Recommendations In: Pennsylvania, North Carolina, New Jersey, Michigan, New York, O...
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Items helpful for transporting your pet and their things
A seat cover is essential for containing the fur and the drool
Toozey Waterproof Dog Car Seat Cover, Black
Have a dog (or just a lot of dog supplies) that need to be walked around with assistance? This wagon works great on the sidewalk or at the beach!
MAC SPORTS Outdoor Utility Wagon, Solid Blue
Traveling can be stressful for your pet. If you'd like to avoid CBD, these are a great calming supplement.
VETRISCIENCE Composure Calming Treats for Dogs
Suzie's CBD Hearts are the best calming treats we've found and they provide they best dosage for larger dogs.
Suzie's CBD Treats
Going hiking or need a bag that can fit your <80 pound dog? The Kolossus dog carrier is your go-to.
Kolossus | Big Dog Carrier & Backpacking Pack
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Perfect for carrying treats, poop bags, and more on walks!
Belt Fanny Pack Black - All in Motion™
Pups need water. A collapsible bowl is a must.
Collapsible Dog Bowl - 3.75 Cup - Gray - Boots & Barkley™
Places to Stay
Finding dog-friendly places to stay (especially for bully breed owners) is essential for your travel plans.
A beautiful historic bed and breakfast in Jacksonville, Florida that is dog friendly and located in a convenient area of town near lots of parks and dog-friendly businesses.
Riverdale Inn
A dog-friendly bed and breakfast in upstate New York recommended to us by a friend. Can't wait to visit!
Bernetta's Place Inn by the Lake
A family owned, dog-friendly lodge in Ontonagon, Michigan near Lake Superior. We found them on TikTok and can't wait to visit!
Griswold's Lodge
Campground in Greenbank, New Jersey. Pet-friendly and beautiful surroundings with spacious campsites.
Belhaven Lake RV Resort
Pet-friendly hotel in Center City Philadelphia.
The Windsor Suites
While I haven't stayed here yet, my mom visited with her family and they enjoyed their stay while exploring Akron, Ohio.
Cherokee Park Co
Disney's only value resort that is dog-friendly. Art of Animation is located in the Wide World of Sports Resort Area and has 4 pet relief areas. Make sure to call ahead. Upon arrival, dogs and their owners will be greeted with a complimentary Pluto’s...
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Disney's Port Orleans - Riverside is one of two pet-friendly moderate resorts. The resort is located in the Disney Springs Resort Area and has 4 pet relief areas. Please call ahead upon booking to ensure you receive your complimentary Pluto’s Welcome...
Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside | Walt Disney World Resort
The Cabins are one of Disney's pet-friendly moderate resorts. It is located in the Magic Kingdom Resort area. Dog relief areas are available in all campsite and cabin loops. There is also a dog park. Be sure to call ahead so you receive your complime...
The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
Disney's only deluxe pet-friendly resort located in the EPCOT resort area. The resort has 2 dog relief areas. Make sure you call ahead to receive your complimentary Pluto’s Welcome Kit.
Disney's Yacht Club Resort | Walt Disney World Resort
A state park in New Jersey with dog-friendly campsites that offers natural beauty while not too far from modern conveniences.
Cheesequake State Park
Things to Do
Vacationing with your dog is more than just letting them sit in your hotel or your car. Here are some dog-friendly spaces where you can hang out with your fur baby.
Something you can reserve wherever you're traveling, Sniffspot allows you to reserve private outdoor spaces in multiple locations throughout the United States. Great for reactive dogs that need their own space to play and run around.
Sniffspot: Private Dog Park Rentals - safe exercise and ...
Did you know Lowe's is dog-friendly? Feel free to walk around with your pup just for fun or while shopping for your next home improvement project.
Lowe's
A beautiful riverside park in Jacksonville, Florida. The main walking path is a giant circle and has some water stations for dogs.
Memorial Park
Dog-friendly bar/café that offers doggy daycare, as well indoor and outdoor dog parks. Also hosts a lot of dog-friendly events!
Kanine Social
Outdoor market under the overpass in Jacksonville, Florida that occurs every Saturday. Dog-friendly with quite a few pet product vendors.
Riverside Arts Market
A free kid and pet friendly outdoor music festival in Jacksonville, Florida held in November.
Jacksonville PorchFest – Jacksonville music festival presented on the welcoming porches of Historic Springfield
Nice park in Jacksonville, Florida in the Riverside/Downtown area. Small fenced in dog park and water available.
Riverside Park
A dog-friendly grocery store??? We visited this Giant to pick up some supplies for a picnic and I was a mini-celebrity. Mom wouldn't let me near the roast chicken though :(
GIANT at 60 North 23rd Street Philadelphia, PA | Grocery, Pharmacy, Gas Station
Dog park along the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. A few fenced in areas are available, generally split by dog size.
Schuylkill River Dog Park - Bring Fido
Green roof turned park in University City with great views. Elevators are required to access, but a nice escape from the busy city below.
Cira Green
A small square park in University City area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Beautiful view of Center City.
Drexel Park
Dessert bar next to Drexel Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Well behaved dogs may come inside and a pup cup is available!
The Treat Box Dessert Bar & Cafe
New ice cream counter in Southern New Jersey that has outdoor seating and offers a dog ice cream!
Barnegat Bay Ice Cream - Facebook
A nice park with a walking trail around a beautiful lake near Long Beach Island, New Jersey and walkable businesses. Playground and restrooms also available.
Manahawkin Lake Park III
Great walking trail in southern New Jersey by the shore. There can be a lot of ticks in the summer, so be sure to use preventative.
Barnegat Branch Trail
Dog bar and park in Charlotte, North Carolina. Also offers daycare, boarding, and grooming.
Skiptown
Thrift shop in Calgary that supports local Alberta rescues. Also pet friendly!
Thrift Store Calgary | Second Hand Store Calgary - 17th Ave Thrift Store
Boarding & Daycare
Some days, it may be difficult to bring your dog with you or you want to make sure they're getting playtime even while you're busy. Here are some businesses that offer boarding, day care, and/or home visits.
When mom needs to leave me overnight, this is our place. All Star has the biggest kennels in Southern New Jersey and offers live cameras. Doggy daycare and training classes are available.
All Star Pet Resort
Lindsey is a great pet sitter we found when mom needed someone to check on me at home while she was at work. She is the best! She brings me cool treats and send mom updates after every visit. She also offers boarding for cat-friendly dogs.
Any Buddy Will Do Pet Services | Barnegat Bay NJ - Facebook
As well as a daycare and dog park, Kanine Social offers boarding and is one of the few places that works with pups that are not dog-friendly in Jacksonville, Florida. These dogs get individual play time in the yard with a staff member. Picture update...
Kanine Social
Dogtown Mandarin is another boarding facility in southern Jacksonville, Florida that accepts pets that are not dog-friendly. The facility is beautiful and clean with in-house vets who administer any medicine your dog requires. Daycare is available an...
Dogtown
Boarding facility located conveniently at the Jacksonville Airport that has a wide array of special offerings and services for pets
Pet Paradise Jacksonville Airport
The only boarding and dog daycare facility within Walt Disney World!
Best Friends Pet Hotel - Best Friends Pet Care
Sean is my latest dog walker, but he and his wife are very reliable and thorough in their planning for their customers.
PAWS AT HOME - Updated March 2024 - Barnegat, New ...